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Rishabh Pant's recent achievement in the World Test Championship (WTC) has placed him among cricketing royalty. During the third Test match between India and New Zealand in Mumbai, Pant smashed his 50th six in the WTC, making him the third player in the world to reach this milestone. He joins Indian captain Rohit Sharma and England's Test captain Ben Stokes in this exclusive club. The feat was accomplished during the morning session of the third day's play, showcasing Pant's trademark aggressive batting style.
The record for most sixes in the WTC currently belongs to Ben Stokes, who has an impressive 81 sixes to his name in 50 matches for England. Rohit Sharma follows closely with 56 sixes in 37 matches. Pant's achievement is particularly notable given his relatively fewer appearances in the WTC compared to the other two players. With 50 sixes in just 29 matches, Pant has demonstrated his ability to clear the boundary with remarkable consistency.
While Pant celebrated this personal milestone, the Indian team found themselves in a difficult position during the third Test against New Zealand. They were chasing a target of 148 runs to avoid a whitewash, but a poor start saw them struggling at 41 for 5 in nine overs. The pressure was on the remaining Indian batsmen to turn the tide and secure a victory. The team's performance in this match will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion for fans and analysts, but Pant's individual achievement remains a highlight of the series.
Looking ahead, it will be interesting to see if Pant can continue his form and climb the ranks of WTC six-hitting statistics. His aggressive batting style and ability to clear boundaries with ease makes him a dangerous batsman for any opposition. As he continues to grow in experience and confidence, it would not be surprising to see him challenge the record held by Ben Stokes in the future.
Source: Rishabh Pant Becomes 3rd Cricketer After Ben Stokes & Rohit Sharma To Hit 50 Sixes In WTC